Pre-Medical Professional Track Program
Trine University
Key Information
Campus location
Angola, USA
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
2 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
USD 33,650 *
Application deadline
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* full-time tuition based on 12-18 credit hours per semester
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Introduction
When looking to pursue a career in medicine, there is no particular major that medical schools prefer. It is recommended that students pick a major that challenges and interests them so they can stand out in the classroom. While medical schools want students who have developed a strong foundation in the sciences, they also want students to seek out courses that will help develop skills in independent thinking and decision making. Physicians must be able to communicate effectively and have the skills to express their thoughts and ideas.
When selecting Trine's Pre-Medical Professional Track, you will receive a cutting-edge education, which allows you to acquire the intellectual skills necessary to pursue a career in medicine. In addition, by following the pre-medical track you will earn a degree that provides opportunities for graduate work or employment if you choose not to pursue a career in medicine.
The Experience
As a small, private university, Trine is focused on teaching and the success of its undergraduates. Students meet regularly with their adviser and periodically with the Pre-Medical Professional Advisory Board to ensure they are on track to complete the necessary requirements for medical school. Trine's Rinker-Ross School of Health Sciences will provide you with a rigorous yet pertinent and meaningful education. Students develop a thorough understanding and comprehension of the principles of science to prepare them for medical school. You may opt to do undergraduate research by taking special topics or capstone courses.
Curriculum
The Pre-Medical Professional Track is designed for students interested in preparing themselves for a career in the health sciences. The track can be associated with any major offered at Trine such as biology, chemistry, forensic science, psychology, and chemical engineering. In addition to the curricular requirements of the student's major, the Pre-Medical Professional Track includes coursework in the following areas:
Requirements - 51-53 Hours
- BIO 114 Principles of Biology I and Lab
- BIO 124 Principles of Biology II and Lab
- OR BIO 343 Cell Biology
- CH 104 General Chemistry I and Lab
- CH 114 General Chemistry II and Lab
- OR CH 155 Honors Advanced General Chemistry and Lab
- CH 204 Organic Chemistry I and Lab
- CH 214 Organic Chemistry II and Lab
- CH 434 Biochemistry I and Lab
- MA 134 Calculus I
- MA 253 Statistics
- PH 154 College Physics I and Lab
- and PH 164 College Physics II and Lab
- OR PH 224 University Physics I and Lab
- and PH 234 University Physics II and Lab
- PSY 113 Principles in Psychology
- SOC 103 Sociology
- PHL 313 Ethics
To be a competitive Medical School Applicant, students in the track must achieve at least a "B+" grade in all science courses listed above. Honors courses are highly recommended. Students must maintain a GPA of 3.5 or better to remain in the pre-med track. Students meet regularly with the Pre-Health adviser to assess readiness for the medical school application process. Interested students should self enroll using the Pre-Health Science Declaration Form found in MyPortal on the Student tab during the annual open enrollment period in November.
Program Outcome
The Results
Trine's graduates have gone on to complete degrees in osteopathic/allopathic medicine, dentistry, veterinary science, nursing, chiropractic medicine, and physical and occupational therapy, among other graduate programs. The schools they have attended include Indiana University, Purdue University, University of Toledo, Wright State University, Western Michigan University, Nova University, and Michigan State University.
Career Opportunities
A Trine Pre-Medical Professional Track student may continue his/her education at medical school or may attend graduate school. Students who follow this path may wish to pursue careers as:
- Physician
- Dentist
- Medical research scientist
- Nurse practitioner
- Physician's assistant
- Veterinarian
- Physical therapist
- Optometrist
Internships
The Pre-Medical Professional Advisory Board encourages students in this track to demonstrate an interest in medical practice by volunteering in the summer at local hospitals or shadowing willing physicians. It is further recommended that they seek summer hospital or physician-related internships at least a year in advance of graduation. These activities help to verify to us that our students have the interest and aptitude to continue in the Pre-Medical Track, and to medical schools that they are serious about their career choice. Often a successful internship can generate a strong recommendation from a physician.
Additionally, Trine Career Services can facilitate a job shadow experience or externship, identify contacts for informational interviews, and assist in finding internship opportunities once a student has identified an area of interest.
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